Newsletter 9th September 2022 FINAL
Dear Parents/Carers,
Christ be our Light, in life, in love and in learning
What a very busy week it has been here at St Joseph’s as we come to the end of our first full week back at school this term.
I would like to start by saying how delighted we have all been with the start that the children have made. They have already shown great determination to succeed and an eagerness to learn in lessons.
We have revisited our Mission Statement ‘Christ be our Light, in life, in love and in learning’ and how we can be guiding lights for the children in our care. We thought about how we can help the children using the acronym ‘light’ and discussed love, inspire, greatness, happy, teaching. We will not let our lights be dimmed and we strive to only make the school better for all the children in our care. Together let us guide the children to achieve their full potential.
Thank you for your continued support of the school. Please now take the time to check through the following reminders.
P.E. Kits & Timetable
Please see below for the timetable for PE this half term. We review our PE timetable half termly so plans may change next half term. As with our recent practise, please can children from Years 1 – 6 come to school dressed in their PE uniform.
- Monday – Year 5.6
- Tuesday Year 2,4
- Wednesday Year 1,3,4,5
- Thursday Year 1,2
- Friday Year 6
Swimming
We are thrilled that swimming sessions are restarting next week for the Y3 class. A separate letter has been sent out to the children involved.
After School Clubs:
Another back to normal routine restarts next week with the return of After School Clubs. We have the following clubs on offer for the next 6 weeks for children from FS2 to Year 6:
Monday – Football with MFC
Tuesday – Musical Theatre/Singing with school staff
Wednesday – Running KS2 only with school staff
Thursday – Multi sports with 442 Sports
Clubs need to be booked via Parent Pay in advance. To ensure that clubs can run smoothly we ask you to sign up for a block of sessions, the cost of each club is £10 for each half-term.
Medical Reminder:
Please can all families be vigilant when notifying the school if your child contracts measles, chicken pox or shingles. This is very important so we can advise parents any appropriate actions can then be taken.
Packed Lunches:
Every day that I am in St Joseph’s I try and make sure that I help in the lunch hall. As A Healthy School, we aim to promote healthy eating. Please don’t send sweets or too many treats in the packed lunch box. We still have children attending the school with nut allergies so don’t send anything that has nuts in please.
Volunteers
In previous years, our School has benefitted greatly from a super set of parent and family volunteers who have helped our pupils develop a wide range of skills. We would like to ask if any members of our community would like to volunteer some of their time to support us with areas such as: listening to children read, helping with any art and craft skills, such as model making and sewing. If you would be interested in volunteering to help our pupils be the best that they can be, then please get in touch with the school office. Thank you in anticipation of your support.
Curriculum Newsletters:
Class teachers will send these home shortly. You can find out exactly what your children will be learning this term as we launch a brand new curriculum across the school.
Term Planner and Future Events:
In the next couple of weeks all significant events will be uploaded to the school calendar on the school website. I will notify you all when this has been carried out. Sacred Heart Open Day for Year 5 and 6 Parents is Tuesday 4th October 2022 at 6pm.
Stars of the Week:
This week certificates have been awarded to children who have worked in their early PSHE work and settling in well into school routines.
- FS2 Etienne & Jack
- Y1 Dottie & Freddie
- Y2 Ava & Lewis
- Y3 Abigail & Roy
- Y4 Toby & Charleigh
- Y5 Mason & Eva
- Y6 Sofia & Konrad
Final thoughts:
With the news in the last 24 hours there is only one place to turn.
We leave you with some words spoken by our beloved Queen:
“For me, the life of Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace, is an
inspiration and an anchor in my life. A role model of reconciliation and forgiveness,
he stretched out his hands in love, acceptance and healing.
Christ’s example has taught me to seek respect and value all people of whatever faith or non”
Queen Elizabeth II Christmas Day Speech
We pray for her Majesty:
Eternal rest give unto her, O Lord,
and let the perpetual light shine upon her.
May she rest in peace.
Amen.
Books of condolences will be available to sign in the following offices:
- Redcar Civic Centre
- South Bank Library
- Guisborough Town Council office
- Loftus Town Council office
- Saltburn, Marske and New Marske Parish Council office
- Skelton& Brotton Parish Council office
- Lockwood Parish Council office
Condolences can also be sent on-line via the email address [email protected]
Yours sincerely,
Mr Geaves
Executive Head Teacher
